DEPUTY PRINCIPAL YEARS 3-6
Celebrating a Special Honour in Our School Community
2025 Bulimba Electorate Queensland Day Awards
Taria-Jane Somers, a dedicated parent and the Secretary of our P&C, was recently nominated for the 2025 Bulimba Electorate Queensland Day Awards. These awards celebrate the people who go above and beyond to make a positive difference in the local community and Taria-Jane is a shining example of this spirit.
Taria-Jane’s nomination is a reflection of her incredible commitment to our school. As P&C Secretary, she works tirelessly behind the scenes to support events, improve resources, and strengthen the connection between families and the school. Her energy, generosity and advocacy have made a meaningful impact on both staff and students, and she continues to play a key role in fostering the supportive culture we value so highly here at Bulimba State School.
On behalf of our school community, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Taria on this well-deserved recognition and thank her for everything she contributes to our school. A big thank you also goes to Claire Conwell for nominating Taria for this prestigious award and recognising the difference she makes to our school community.
The Power of Sleep: Supporting Your Child’s Learning and Wellbeing
As parents and educators, we often talk about healthy lunchboxes, regular physical activity and homework routines, but one of the most vital contributors to your child’s success at school is something that happens before the school day even begins: a good night’s sleep.
Sleep is essential for your child’s brain development, memory, mood regulation and ability to concentrate. Children aged 5–13 years generally need 9–11 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night to function at their best. When students are well-rested, they are more likely to be engaged in learning, solve problems more effectively, and manage their emotions in social situations.
Lack of sleep, on the other hand, can show up in many ways — difficulty focusing, increased irritability, frequent emotional outbursts, or physical signs like headaches.
Here are a few simple tips to help support healthy sleep habits at home:
- Establish a regular bedtime and wake-up routine, even on weekends.
- Create a calm, screen-free wind-down period at least 30–60 minutes before bed.
- Encourage physical activity during the day to help children feel naturally tired by evening.
- Keep bedrooms cool, quiet and dark, and use beds only for sleeping (not for homework, screens or snacks).
We know that life can get busy, and routines aren’t always perfect. But prioritising sleep is one of the most powerful ways we can support our children to feel good, learn well and thrive at school.
If you have any concerns about your child’s sleep, please don’t hesitate to talk with your child’s teacher or your GP.